Summer Vineyard Experiences
As the summer months are now here, what could be better than to have a day out with a difference? This may be the perfect time to visit a spectacularly beautiful area of the UK, often said to be The Garden of England, the county of Kent. And in this picturesque corner of the country, you'll find Squerryes in Westerham, which is near Sevenoaks in the aforementioned Kent, which is where you'll be able to enjoy a relaxing time outdoors with family and friends and live by the motto over the front door - 'Licet Esse Beatis'
Choose from coffee or lunch at the Garden Café which has superb views across the vines, Jazz evenings, lunch or dinner on the terrace of the Winery Restaurant, or a picnic among the vines. The Estate Deli offers a superb choice of wines and local produce as well as wine tastings flights.
Picnic amongst the Vines
New for summer 2023
Spend a lazy afternoon amongst the vines with a delicious picnic put together by The Estate Deli. Each box comes with savoury and sweet treats, your choice of Neal's Yard cheese, locally grown strawberries, and the option to upgrade to include a bottle of chilled Squerryes sparkling wine.
Just grab your picnic blanket and call into The Estate Deli to purchase a bespoke picnic. Don’t worry if you’ve forgotten your own picnic blanket as Squerryes have some available to purchase. Picnics are also available to take away.
Al-fresco dining at The Winery Restaurant
Book a table to enjoy any of the freshly prepared summer dishes in the award-winning Winery Restaurant, accompanied by a glass of our own chilled sparkling wine. Whether you prefer a selection of sharing plates or a meal for one, the menu has a relaxed feel to complement outdoor dining this summer.
Summer is also the time when they stay open later on select Friday and Saturday evenings from late afternoon into the evening to allow visitors time to enjoy drinks on the terrace overlooking the stunning countryside. You might also want to try some delicious new sparkling wine cocktails on the drinks menu and there is no need to prebook the terrace for drinks.
New Family Vineyard Trail
Squerryes estate has also launched a new Vineyard Trail in time for the school holidays to raise funds for Hospice in the Weald. A series of questions will be placed around the vines and once completed, participants can return to the Garden Cafe to claim their lollipop prize. The trail will run from Wednesday to Friday from Wednesday 19 July to Friday 1 September between 10am-3pm. There is a suggested donation of £2 per child and visitors can collect a map and answer sheet from The Garden Café before heading off into the vineyard to start the trail. The hospice have challenged local businesses to grow £50 donated by the charity. All money raised from the trail will be given to the Hospice.
Squerryes Summer Tours and Tastings are available all summer (subject to availability) from Friday to Sunday and continue until the harvest in October. The tours and tastings last approximately 90 minutes at a cost of £32 per person.
The experience begins with a guided tour of the vineyard where everyone can hear about the 300-year-old Squerryes estate, the fascinating history of the spirit of the house, and the story of how a disagreement with a French Champagne House led to the Warde family planting vines on the North Downs at the Gateway to the Garden of England. After discovering what makes Squerryes award-winning sparkling wine so exceptional. Guests will then enjoy a tutored tasting of three of the best vintage sparkling wines; the signature vintage Brut release, vintage Blanc de Blancs and late disgorged 2013 vintage Brut, which has had 10 years ageing in the cellars.
Squerryes also offers private tastings for groups of up to 25 people which includes a tasting of 3 sparkling vintage wines: the 2019 Rosé, Signature 2018 Brut, and 2015 Blanc de Blancs.
Squerryes, Beggars Lane, Westerham, Kent, TN16 1QP
